Director of Food & Beverage

SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels, rooted in the world of fashion. Making its stylish debut on the global hotel scene in 2011, SO/ continues to command attention with its avant-garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Food & Beverage to lead the culinary and dining experience at SO/ Jeddah. You will shape distinctive concepts, create buzz-worthy experiences, drive commercial performance, and bring the bold, creative spirit of SO/ to life across every restaurant, bar, and social space. What You Will Create - Lead and elevate all Food & Beverage experiences across the hotel. - Drive revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction through innovative concepts and experiences. - Partner with the Executive Chef to curate trend-driven menus that reflect the SO/ lifestyle. - Build strong relationships with guests, VIPs, partners, and the local community. - Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Revenue teams to create demand-driving activations and events. - Oversee financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. - Champion exceptional service standards and memorable guest experiences. - Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing F&B team. - Drive creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement across all outlets. - Ensure compliance with brand standards, operational excellence, and health & safety requirements. - 8+ years of Food & Beverage leadership experience within luxury hospitality or lifestyle brands. - Proven success leading large-scale F&B operations and delivering strong commercial results. - Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management. - Passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and trend-driven concepts. - Experience leading, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams. - Strong understanding of luxury service standards and guest engagement. - Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Strategic thinker with a creative and commercially driven mindset. - Knowledge of food safety regulations and operational best practices. - Experience in the Saudi Arabian market is highly desirable. - Pre-opening experience and familiarity with the local lifestyle and dining scene are a plus. - Proficiency in hotel, POS, and F&B management systems. What’s in it for you... - Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands. - Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands! - Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work - The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture